S alem

H omeschool

I ndependent

N etwork of

E ducators

SHINE is an organization for support, educational fieldtrips and socialization of homeschooling families in Salem, Oregon and surrounding areas.

Vision/Purpose: SHINE holds park days, meetings and annual get-togethers such as camping trips and picnics. No one person or commitee is required to plan any activity. Families are invited to plan social activities and/or field trips of their choice. We remain free, open and most of all simple and uncomplicated. This enables each family to decide its own homeschool needs and how best to meet those needs. We are open to ALL homeschool families regardless of reason for homeschooling, and religious or political affiliations. Emphasis is on group activities with respect, compassion and tolerance toward others.

Religious Affiliation: SHINE welcomes all homeschoolers, however we do strive to uphold Christian morals and values.

Members: SHINE Families represent a wide variety of educational philosophies and techniques which they share in an atmosphere of open discussion and warm conversation.